Arizona Trailblazers Hiking Club
Superstition Ridgeline Via Siphon Draw Day Hike

when	Trip Report : March 27, 2022
where	Superstition Mountains
the hike	Superstition Ridgeline is ranked among the some of the most strenuous hikes in Arizona. This is not a beginner’s hike. We will be walking one of the great scenic wonders of Arizona. If you are afraid of heights, do not sign up. This a very difficult A hike, do not under estimate. We will start this hike from the Lost Dutchman Park going up Siphon Draw. This is a very steep hike/climb the last mile climbs 2000 Feet in a mile. Once we are on top we will be at Flatiron that has great views of the Valley. From this ridgeline you can see the Superstitions from the Salt River to Phoenix. The views are spectacular. Helicopter rides off the ridgeline are extremely expensive.     We will have the option of doing the 5057 peak if we have time.     This hike is described in Superstition Wilderness Trails West by Jack Carlson and Elizabeth Stewart, pages 173-179. Required: •  At least 4 liters of water •  Hiking boots •  Hiking poles •  Hat, sunblock, sunglasses •  Headlamp and flashlight, with new batteries •  Lunch/sandwich/energy bars •  Sunscreen •  Camera
distance	14 miles
time	14 hours
EC	+-4000' elevation change
elevations	2,300' (Carney Springs Trailhead) to 5057' (South Peak)
type	one way
starting at	Siphon Draw Trailhead 33° 23.124' N,  111° 21.751' W  [NAD27]
on trail	10% — Siphon Draw and Carney Springs Trails
rating	"A"     Rate yourself as a hiker.
dogs allowed	no
cost	The group splits the $7 fee for one car at Lost Dutchman State Park. Sharing gas expenses with the driver. The club also allows voluntary contributions of $5 per non-member.
weather	Apache Junction
meet	5:30 AM at Home Depot in Mesa on the southeast corner of Power and US 60. We’ll need one person to leave a car at Carney Springs Trailhead.
drive	•  Go east on US 60 to Idaho Road. • Turn left and go north on Idaho Road. • Turn right and go northeast on AZ 88. • At the road to Lost Dutchman Park, turn right and pay $7 per car. • Continue to the Siphon Draw Trailhead and park.

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